Franz Jackson: Milestone

by Franz Jackson

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The last recording of Chicago jazz legend Franz Jackson!

Recorded live at Franz's 95th birthday concert in November, 2007, this 2-disc set allows you to experience what it was like to be there that very special night when Franz achieved a milestone (hence the album title).

This package includes the physical CD set with the 12-page booklet containing Franz's bio, color photos from the night of the concert, pics of the performers, acknowledgements and all that jazz! You'll also receive a download of the entire album so you can take Franz's party with you wherever you go!

The organic recording arrangement and the introductions and commentary by emcee Neil Tesser (revered Chicago jazz critic and reviewer) make the listener feel as though they're sitting front row center for this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Featuring some of the best jazz performers around, all of whom came to pay tribute and celebrate with Franz, this concert was a instant collaboration of professionals. Despite no rehearsals and the fact that some of the performers hadn't played with each other in years (some had never even met!), the result is a full-on, life affirming celebration of Franz's spirit and musical legacy; even more poignant because he left us six months later in May, 2008.

1. Introduction
2. Take The "A" Train
3. Apex Blues
4. Sweet Lorraine
5. Lester Leaps In
6. Jitterbug Waltz (Feat. Eric Schneider)
7. Perdido
8. Stardust
9. Bill Bailey Won't Cha Please Come Home / Huff & Puff

Disc 2 Tracks:

1. When The Saints Go Marchin' In
2. I Can't Give You Anything But Love
3. St. Louis Blues
4. Tishimongo Blues (Feat. George Bean)
5. Bourbon Street Parade
6. S'Wonderful
7. Sweet Georgia Brown
8. Chicago / Happy Birthday / Huff & Puff

Performers include:
Franz Jackson (tenor sax and vocals)
Eric Schneider (alto sax, soprano sax, clarinet)
Tad Calcara (clarinet)
Art Hoyle (trumpet and fluglehorn)
George Bean (trumpet and fluglehorn)
Yves Francois (trumpet)
Larry Dwyer (piano and trombone)
Ed Bagatini (trombone)
Jim Pickley (piano)
Chris Carani (bass)
Darrel Tidaback (bass)
Hugh Leal (banjo and guitar)
Bob Cousins (drums)
Billy "Stix" Nicks (drums)
Hank Tausend (drums)
Judi K (vocals)
Crystal Ristow (vocals)
Neil Tesser (emcee)

Released 11/1/2012 - Huff & Puff Productions
Produced by Michelle Jewell
Recorded Live at Dowagiac Middle School Performing Arts Center, Dowagiac, MI November, 2007
Recorded by Hugh and Kathy Leal
Engineered by JackAGregory Studios
Mastered by Bruce Bartlett Recordings
Liner Notes by Neil Tesser
Design Concept by Michelle Jewell
Graphic Design by Michelle Maret
CD Cover Photo by Guido Bissattini
Photography by John Eby, David Jewell, Karla Schley and Lisa Roti

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1.	Introduction 01:59	info
2.	Take The "A" Train 07:07	info
3.	Apex Blues 08:03	info
4.	Sweet Lorraine 04:24	info
5.	Lester Leaps In 07:13	info
6.	Jitterbug Waltz (Feat. Eric Schneider) 06:34	info
7.	Perdido 06:50	info
8.	Stardust 09:47	info
9.	Bill Bailey Won't Cha Please Come Home / Huff & Puff 09:24	info
10.	When The Saints Go Marchin' In 05:14	info
11.	I Can't Give You Anything But Love 08:53	info
12.	St. Louis Blues 08:18	info
13.	Tishimongo Blues (Feat. George Bean) 04:13	info
14.	Bourbon Street Parade 07:49	info
15.	S'Wonderful 05:26	info
16.	Sweet Georgia Brown 07:50	info
17.	Chicago / Happy Birthday / Huff & Puff 08:46	info

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The last recording of Chicago jazz legend Franz Jackson!

Recorded live at Franz's 95th birthday concert in November, 2007, this 2-disc set allows you to experience what it was like to be there that very special night when Franz achieved a milestone (hence the album title).

The organic recording arrangement and the introductions and commentary by emcee Neil Tesser (revered Chicago jazz critic and reviewer) make the listener feel as though they're sitting front row center for this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Featuring some of the best jazz performers around, all of whom came to pay tribute and celebrate with Franz, this concert was a instant collaboration of professionals. Despite no rehearsals and the fact that some of the performers hadn't played with each other in years (some had never even met!), the result is a full-on, life affirming celebration of Franz's spirit and musical legacy; even more poignant because he left us six months later in May, 2008.

Performers include:
Franz Jackson (tenor sax and vocals)
Eric Schneider (alto sax, soprano sax, clarinet)
Tad Calcara (clarinet)
Art Hoyle (trumpet and fluglehorn)
George Bean (trumpet and fluglehorn)
Yves Francois (trumpet)
Larry Dwyer (piano and trombone)
Ed Bagatini (trombone)
Jim Pickley (piano)
Chris Carani (bass)
Darrel Tidaback (bass)
Hugh Leal (banjo and guitar)
Bob Cousins (drums)
Billy "Stix" Nicks (drums)
Hank Tausend (drums)
Judi K (vocals)
Crystal Ristow (vocals)
Neil Tesser (emcee)

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released November 1, 2012

Released 11/1/2012 - Huff & Puff Productions
Produced by Michelle Jewell
Recorded Live at Dowagiac Middle School Performing Arts Center, Dowagiac, MI November, 2007
Recorded by Hugh and Kathy Leal
Engineered by JackAGregory Studios
Mastered by Bartlett Recording
Liner Notes by Neil Tesser
Design Concept by Michelle Jewell
Graphic Design by Michelle Maret
CD Cover Photo by Guido Bissattini
Photography by John Eby, David Jewell, Karla Schley and Lisa Roti

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Franz Jackson Chicago, Illinois

Born in 1912, the late Franz Jackson was a world renown traditional jazz musician who started his career at the age of 16 and continued playing up to the final months of his life when he left us on May 8, 2008 at the age of 95.

Jackson played with most of the greatest musicians of the 20th century including Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday and many others. ... more